History of Kelp

Guiding the Way...

Kelp has developed an identity of having guided ancient civilizations to the California Coast through a passage termed the “kelp highway”. It travels from Japan all the way across the Bering Strait to Alaska, only to continue down the California coast and Mexico. (Carey, LiveScience) The Giant Kelp is a signature staple to California lifestyle and culture. As a main attraction for divers, tourists, and scientists due to its beauty and uniqueness, coastal communities have become reliant on it for its attraction.  It also demonstrates an important environmental aspect given that the kelp forest provides such a large supply of oxygen. With the threat of global climate change approaching and the kelp forests' abilities to improve the environments climate with its restoration, its renewal is a vital concern and priority.